\nMaterial Base<\/strong><\/td>\n| Thermoplastic polyolefin \u2013 blend of polypropylene and ethylene-propylene rubber with polyester scrim reinforcement.<\/td>\n | Ethylene propylene diene monomer \u2013 thermoset synthetic rubber, typically reinforced with polyester or fiberglass.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n | \nSeam Method<\/strong><\/td>\n| Hot-air welded seams create a monolithic, thermoplastic bond that fuses the sheets.<\/td>\n | Adhesive tapes or liquid adhesives; seams remain mechanical joints, not molecular.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n | \nColor & Heat Reflectance<\/strong><\/td>\n| Standard white surface reflects 75\u201385% of solar radiation (Cool Roof rated); reduces urban heat island effect.<\/td>\n | Black standard; white-coated versions exist but add a field-applied layer that can wear.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n | \nInstallation Temp<\/strong><\/td>\n| Can be installed in colder weather (down to 20\u00b0F\/-7\u00b0C) because welding equipment generates its own heat.<\/td>\n | Requires ambient temps above 40\u00b0F\/4\u00b0C for most adhesives; cold-weather tapes available but slower.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n | \nFlexibility at Low Temp<\/strong><\/td>\n| Stiffens below 0\u00b0F\/-18\u00b0C; may require extra care in extreme cold climates.<\/td>\n | Remains flexible to -50\u00b0F\/-45\u00b0C; ideal for freeze-thaw regions.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n | \nChemical Resistance<\/strong><\/td>\n| Good resistance to oils, grease, and most rooftop chemicals; compatible with restaurant exhaust.<\/td>\n | Excellent resistance to acids, polar solvents, and animal fats; widely used on food-processing plants.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n | \nUV & Ozone Aging<\/strong><\/td>\n| 5,000\u20138,000 hours accelerated UV testing; long-term color stability in white versions.<\/td>\n | 10,000+ hours; black surface absorbs UV but does not degrade mechanically.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n | \nRoll Size & Weight<\/strong><\/td>\n| 10 ft \u00d7 100 ft (1,000 sq ft) common; 45\u201360 mil thick weighs ~0.3 lb\/sq ft.<\/td>\n | 10\u201350 ft widths, up to 200 ft lengths; 45\u201360 mil weighs ~0.3 lb\/sq ft.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n | \nRepair<\/strong><\/td>\n| Patch with same TPO and hot-air weld; seamless integration.<\/td>\n | Patch with uncured EPDM and primer\/tape; seam remains visible and mechanical.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n | \nRecyclability<\/strong><\/td>\n| Thermoplastic \u2013 can be reground and reused in lower-grade products.<\/td>\n | Thermoset \u2013 not recyclable; sent to landfill at end of life.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n | \nTypical Warranty<\/strong><\/td>\n| 20\u201330 years (material + labor) from tpo waterproofing membrane manufacturers when installed per spec.<\/td>\n | 20\u201330 years material; labor coverage varies.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n | \nCost (Material Only)<\/strong><\/td>\n| $0.70\u2013$1.10 per sq ft (45\u201360 mil white).<\/td>\n | $0.60\u2013$0.90 per sq ft (45\u201360 mil black).<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n | | | | | | | | | | | | |